The House of Representatives today failed to vote on President Bola Tinubu's proposed emergency rule in Rivers State, amidst a notably low turnout at the plenary session. This development has raised questions about the commitment of lawmakers to address the ongoing security concerns in the oil-rich state.
The proposal to impose emergency rule in Rivers State, aimed at tackling escalating violence and instability, had been a key agenda item for the day’s legislative session. However, despite the urgency of the matter, several lawmakers were absent, leading to the postponement of the vote.
Sources within the National Assembly have indicated that the low turnout, which is unusual for such critical issues, was a result of various factors, including conflicting schedules and a lack of quorum. Consequently, the planned vote on the emergency rule was not held, and the matter was adjourned for further deliberations.